Description
- These Red Velvet Crush Cupcakes are a beautiful, delicious twist on the classic red velvet cake. With a rich, moist texture and topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, they are perfect for any celebration or just because. Whether for a birthday or a special treat, these cupcakes are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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2 tbsp red food coloring
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1 tsp white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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A pinch of salt
Optional Garnish:
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Crushed red velvet cake crumbs or red sprinkles for topping
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Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
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In another bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, buttermilk, red food coloring, and vinegar until fully combined.
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Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Divide the batter evenly among the 12 cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Make the frosting: In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then mix until smooth and creamy.
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Frost the cooled cupcakes with the cream cheese frosting using a piping bag or spatula. Garnish with crushed red velvet cake crumbs or red sprinkles for a festive touch.
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Serve and enjoy your delicious Red Velvet Crush Cupcakes!
Notes
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You can make the frosting ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you are ready to frost the cupcakes.
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For a fun variation, try adding a little cocoa powder to the frosting for a chocolate cream cheese twist.
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These cupcakes are best enjoyed the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg